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Non-identifying Information

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Definition:

Non-identifying Information is usually very basic information that adoptees can access once they register for that part of their adoption records. It's usually any information that does not give away a birth parent's identity - such as name, birth date, address or phone number. What's included? Information varies from State to State, but for example may include:

  • health/medical information
  • age of birth parents
  • description of birth parents
  • reason for placing the child for adoption

SOURCE:
Child Welfare Information Gateway

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